Dartmouth MSS.+] _Instructions for the better ordering of his majesty's fleet in fighting_.
1.

Discovery of a fleet, striking the admiral's flag and making a weft.[2] 2.

To come into the order of battle.[2] 3.

A red flag on the fore topmast-head, to engage.[2] 4.

If overcharged or distressed, a pennant.[2] 5.